Organizations

The old Bartlett-Collins Christmas Star returns, twenty-five years later

November 30, 2023
Though it hasn't been seen in over 25 years, that nostalgic symbol of local Christmas charm is going to enjoyed again by a new generation of Sapulpans, thanks to Swick, who told Sapulpa Times awhile back he was "planning to bring the star back."

Been There, Done That: Thanksgiving 23

November 29, 2023
"Thanksgiving 23: A Hubbel family celebration in Oklahoma with farm life, international guests, and a taste of Scotland."

This Week in Sapulpa History: “Oklahoma Mary” Part Two—The Death of Birth

November 28, 2023
The conclusion to the amazing life story of the Sapulpa-born, world-renowned activist and playwright Mary McDougal Axelson and her tragically ironic death.

This Week in Sapulpa History: Feud Between Bristow and Sapulpa, Sapulpa and Tulsa—or was it a bonding experience?

November 24, 2023
When Oklahoma became a state in 1907, it immediately set off a feud between Sapulpa and Bristow for would become the seat of Creek County and then Sapulpa and Tulsa joined forces to put the state capitol in ... Oakhurst? Read to get the answers.

Dewey Avenue Streetscape redesign postponed to 2025

November 21, 2023
The decision comes as the City learns of estimated times to complete the project and requirements to secure federal grant dollars to pay for it.

Creek County Democrats announce 2024 scholarships

November 19, 2023
The Creek County Democratic Party is pleased to announce it will be offering up to two $1500 scholarships in 2024.

This Week in Sapulpa History: “Div-a, De-Vil”

November 12, 2023
This week in Sapulpa history, an actress with a trademark “husky resonant voice” who called everyone "dahling” and had a “flamboyant personality” went live on the radio and singled out the town of Sapulpa, Oklahoma.

This Week in Sapulpa History: The Glass Plant Transfer

November 9, 2023
Sapulpa's glass business sprang up almost overnight, and hit a critical mass that saw many competitors at one point working together to keep up with demand.

This Week in Sapulpa History: Halloween Dance

October 31, 2023
This week in Sapulpa history, Halloween in 1953, was a party downtown.

“Cruise In for a Cause” program brings in 400lbs of food and litter for Sapulpa Animal Shelter

October 21, 2023
Local businesses joined together to raise a total of 400lbs of pet supplies for the Sapulpa Animal Shelter.
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